We
are always on the lookout for more members - there are plenty of
tasks to do in the area and we would really appreciate some extra
hands .. as the saying goes
"many hands make light work"
.. so come along and have some fun!!

WCV marks 10+ years!

Celebrating
this magnificent achievement, WCV has published
a special booklet about our local wildlife.
Titled "Wildlife in the Worthys" it gives a unique insight into the
flora and fauna and natural history of the upper Itchen valley.
Twelve monthly articles each describe a different aspect of the
wildlife and habitats found in the area, beautifully illustrated
with photographs and sketches.

The 40-page A4 booklet can be purchased for just
£5 by contacting 07919 111221 or send an email to:
enquiries@worthysconservationvolunteers.org.uk.

All proceeds will contribute to conservation activities.

Coming Up

Sunday 25
September, 2pm

Kissing Gate Installation, Stoke Farm,

Kings Worthy

On
behalf of Hampshire County Council,
we shall be installing a kissing
gate on a new permissive path. This
will involve some clearance work to
prepare the site, installation of
the gate itself, and fixing of
boundary fences. this
month
we shall be photographing and
surveying flora at each of the
disused railway bridges.
Meet by
Southstoke and Down
Farms,
http://streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=449422&Y=134790&A=Y&Z=115-
take the lane opposite the King
Charles keeping to the right, the
farms are about 1/2 mile. Please
wear suitable clothing for the time
of year, and bring your own
refreshments.